Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst

$63,800 - $95,800/Yr

Northrop Grumman - Melbourne, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - Melbourne, FL

5,001-10,000 employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Program Cost and Schedule Control Analyst will provide essential cost support for program activities within Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Sector. This role involves setting up and monitoring cost control systems, preparing budgets and schedules, and performing financial analyses to ensure contracts remain within agreed parameters. The position allows for a hybrid work schedule, combining both in-office and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Setting up cost control system, monitoring and controlling costs and schedules on contracts requiring validated cost schedule control system
• Performing analyses and preparing reports to ensure contracts are within negotiated parameters
• Preparing budgets and schedules for contract work and assisting in financial analyses such as funding profiles and variance analysis
• Preparing program plans to capture and schedule program requirements and statement of work
• Monitoring funding availability by maintaining accurate records of expenditures and preparing expenditure projections
• Monthly material and subcontract financial forecasting
• Incorporating contractual changes into control systems to maintain realistic contract cost and schedule baselines
• Performing miscellaneous financial analysis including monthly financial reporting/forecasting and monthly EACs
• Continually assessing and improving financial reporting processes to enhance efficiencies

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience in program control, cost planning, business, finance, budgeting, or similar fields OR a Master's Degree with entry level experience in the same areas
• Microsoft Office experience, including MS Excel
• Financial or accounting experience
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with SAP, Deltek Cobra/MPM
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Department of Defense (DoD) experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Aerospace, Space, or Defense industry experience on a production contract

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Learning opportunities
• Exposure to a variety of projects and customers
• Friendly team environment
• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401K matching program
• Discretionary bonuses
• Long Term Incentives for Vice President or Director positions